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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Kimmie compares Spencer to a ____.

2. What word is used to describe the date with Ben?

3. What is the name of the girl that helped Camelia get through bio?

4. Who is the girl dating?

5. What is the name of the girl who almost hits Camelia with her car?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the second chapter and the unknown writer.

2. What is Camelia's part time job? What interaction takes place between Camelia and her boss?

3. Discuss the interaction between Camelia and Ben.

4. Why does Camelia lie and go to see Kimmie?

5. Where does Ben go to meet with Camelia?

6. Discuss the scene in which Camelia approaches Ben for the first time.

7. What incident takes place in science class?

8. Discuss the beginning of school and Camelia's frame of mind.

9. What is the writer's point of view at this stage?

10. Why does Kimmie's brother go along on the date with Kimmie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the relationship between Camelia and Ben. What is the common ground for friendship? How does their relationship evolve? Do you think the relationship will ever change drastically? How does Ben support Camelia during the difficult times? Why about Ben makes Camelia trust him so much? How might you feel in Camelia's place?

Essay Topic 2

Ben is faced with a lot of skepticism, gossip, and ill treatment. Throughout it all, Ben manages to stay true to herself as much as possible. Discuss this topic in depth. Include it in a 1000 word essay about remaining true to oneself.

Essay Topic 3

Camelia's aunt is put into a mental hospital after attempting to commit suicide again. Discuss the situation. Why does Alexia try to kill herself? What is the reaction of the family? Who is to blame? Who has accused Alexia of ruining her life? Do you think Alexia is at fault? Explain.

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